Apr 16, 2019

Signs Of The Flu – Professor Michael Woodward AM

Signs of Influenza

With winter fast approaching, the risk of being struck down with the flu is steadily increasing. Many Australians can find it difficult to differentiate flu from the common cold, and this mistake can be deadly when dealing with elderly people. Hear from expert in the field Professor Michael Woodward AM.

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